Registered Nurse ICU

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Comprehensive health coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Prescription coverage

HSA/FSA options

Employer-matched 403(b)

Disability and life insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement (Vocare) and ODL

Online learning

Employee Assistance Program

Counseling and peer support

Spiritual care and stress management

Parental leave and adoption assistance

Family benefits

Legal and pet insurance

Transportation savings

Job summary

Ascension St. Francis Hospital in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Registered Nurse for the Critical Care Unit on the night shift. This full-time role offers a sign-on bonus and a commitment to high-quality, patient-centered care.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an approved RN program with Wisconsin licensure (or multi-state Compact) and a BSN preferred, with BLS certification required. Join a collaborative team focused on delivering exceptional care.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider credential from the American Heart Association obtained prior to hire.
• RN license in Wisconsin or multi-state Compact State prior to hire.
• Graduate of a board-approved Registered Nurse program.
• BSN preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of personalized care by implementing and evolving patient treatment plans.
• Maintain a clear clinical picture by tracking and communicating changes in patient status.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary team as primary patient advocate.
• Identify discharge needs early to support a safe transition home.

Skills

BLS certification

Critical care

Education

Registered Nurse license (RN) – Wisconsin

BSN preferred

Job description

• Facility: Ascension St. Francis Hospital
• Department: Critical Care Unit
• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-Time
• Sign-on bonus: Available

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Milwaukee, WI
• Facility: Ascension St. Francis Hospital
• Department: Critical Care Unit
• Schedule: Night Shift | Full-Time
• Sign-on bonus: Available

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead the delivery of personalized care by implementing and evolving patient treatment plans to ensure every clinical need is met with precision.
• Create a clear clinical picture for the healthcare team by meticulously tracking and communicating changes in patient status, ensuring no detail is overlooked.
• Coordinate the multidisciplinary team as the primary advocate for the patient, aligning doctors, specialists, and support staff to provide a unified care experience.
• Support a safe and successful transition home by identifying and managing discharge needs early, ensuring patients and families feel confident and prepared for the next step.

Licensure/Certification/Registration

• BLS Provider credentialed from the American Heart Association (AHA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• Licensed Registered Nurse credentialed from the Wisconsin Board of Nursing or current home state license for multi-state license recognition "Compact State" obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.

Education

• Graduate of a board-approved Registered Nurse Program required.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.

Work Experience

• Ability to manage complex workload required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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